Are you looking for a new way to cool off during the summer heat? Or want to improve your boring backyard? Maybe you want to rock the best pool parties? No matter your reason, nothing beats your own swimming pool that’s a bit different from the rest!
Designing your swimming pool can be a lot of pressure and sometimes even stressful. You want to make sure you get it just right. Well no need to worry, the internet provides us with a ton of inspiration on how you can create the perfect pool.
Everything from indoor and outdoor pools, above ground or infinite, natural or chic and modern, we’ve got all the inspiration you need! Have a look at our equally inspiring pool deck designs to create a mindboggling experience in your backyard.
Get Inspired with these Stunning Pool Designs
1. TV Alcove
Wow! Talk about luxury! A hidden pool alcove with a big screen TV is definitely not for the small dreamer.
2. Floating
Make your house look like it’s floating on water with infinity edge pools sitting still around the walls.
3. Shipping Container Pool Designs
Shipping containers can definitely have more than one use. These shipping container pools prove that.
4. Keep it Chic
Bold prints, fun artwork, mismatch towels, just the decoration around the pool can make all the difference.
5. Jellyfish Lighting
Light up your brand new pool with some fun and cute inflatable jellyfish lights.
6. Indoor Outdoor Pool Designs
This tiny swimming pool has the option of being indoors or outdoors with functional sliding doors.
7. Fountain
Add a stylish fountain to your pool that’s fun for the kids and looks great too.
8. Steps Away
Plan your pool just steps away from your house with a connecting deck across your lawn.
9. Perfect Patio
Design your pool with the perfect patio in mind. A cooking space, dining table, and even a bar with a fireplace.
10. Giant Rubber Duck
Am I the only rubber ducky fan? Because I am totally in love with this giant rubber ducky toy for your pool!
11. Forest Pool Designs
Plan your swimming pool amongst the evergreens and an edge that pears over the peaceful forest.
12. L Shape Pool Designs
A beautiful L shape to your pool so that it matches the shape of your house and creates a sense of unity.
13. A City View
If you’re fortunate to have a view of the city, plan your new swimming pool with the view in mind.
14. Good Landscaping
The landscaping surrounding the pool can be just as important as the pool design itself.
15. Tiling
Add unique and colorful tiling to the bottom of your pool for an artistic look.
16. Waterslide
I mean seriously! Who doesn’t want a waterslide for their pool? I know I do!
17. Wall Designs
Bring a unique design surrounding your pool to make you feel like you’re on vacation in another country.
18. Rustic Charm
A rustic pool house at the edge of the courtyard pool has a wonderfully charming feeling to it.
19. Above Ground Deck
Above-ground pools can be stylish too! Install a wooden deck to add some charm.
20. Shower Deck
A small deck area with a shower so you can easily rinse yourself before and after entering the pool.
21. Floaties
Bright, fun, colorful floaties are a must-have in any pool! You can’t have a pool party without them!
22. Hammock
Hanging a hammock above your pool is the perfect way to chill while still being able to dip your feet in!
23. Moroccan Style
Get that dreamy Moroccan look by using patterned tiles and beautiful green and blue tones.
24. Small Raised Pool
This pool is small but is totally chic. A stunning design for a small patio or backyard.
25. Gravel
Use gravel as a perfect poolside flooring and compliment with a simple concrete pathway.
26. Beach Pool
This pool looks like a perfectly placed puddle that has a beachy feeling and an incredible view.
27. Small Lap Pool
The perfect place for a little lap pool. Direct access from the house is more than just dreamy!
28. White Concrete Pool Designs
A small above-ground pool can be lined with white concrete to help it blend in.
29. Luxury
A luxury pool in the center of a courtyard, complete with an island spa and a tanning shelf.
30. Rain Wall
Want to make a statement? Enter your pool with style through a pergola rain wall.
31. Green
Water green as the trees and grass surrounding makes it feel like your jumping into a natural pond.
32. Above Pool Lounging
I’m in love with this idea of creating a small lounging deck floating just above the water.
33. Randomize
There are all sorts of ways to decorate and design your pool area… Get creative!
34. Pops of Color
Accent your pool area with pops of color; like the buttercup yellow theme displayed here.
35. Lounging
A gorgeous design with an outdoor dining table and lots of room to lounge by the pool.
36. Natural
Natural swimming pools are becoming more and more popular for their eco-friendly designs.
37. Dimensional
It’s all about dimensions in this 2 story pool with an infinity edge on top and a lit-up waterfall.
38. Curvy Pool Designs
Challenge the traditional rectangular pool by adding some beautiful curves to the edges.
39. Light it Up
Lights can really change the ambiance of a place. Make your swimming pool night-friendly with mood lighting.
40. Fireplace Nearby
Every swimming pool needs a fireplace close by! The best way to stay warm and dry off quickly.
41. Pool House
An extraordinary pool needs an extraordinary pool house. This pool house example has a green roof for sustainable living.
42. Fancy
Okay, now, this Beverly Hills pool may be out of many of our price limits but it is definitely inspiring!
43. Naturally Lush
Large and lush flora surrounding a natural swimming pool, accented with a stunning blue pergola.
44. Bridge
A bridge from your living room directly into your gorgeous swimming pool with a view!
45. Greece
This stunning design brings back memories of the white walls of Greece. The small shower is a must-have!
46. Shape
I’m digging the shape of this pool with a sitting spot and a beautiful staircase.
47. Plunge Pool
Sometimes all you need is a place to dip your feet or take a plunge when it’s a hot summers day.
48. Dumpster Pool
Now here’s an original idea! A great and totally unique idea to take something old and turn it into something new!
49. DIY Stock Pool
You can DIY a trendy and functional pool out of an old stock tank and create yourself the perfect little pool to cool off.
50. Green Grass
Set up your pool on your green trimmed lawn and add romantic lighting for a perfect pool getaway.
51. Vacation
This pool looks like it’s come right out of a hotel! Complete with a gorgeous tile floor, landscaping, and a waterslide.
52. Rock Decor
Decorative rocks in your pool make it feel more natural and like you’re swimming off the shore of a rocky beach.
53. See-Through
A glass pool with a small section that acts as a window looks sharp and sleek.
54. Division
A narrow division between patios is a wonderful place for a small plunge pool.
55. Edgeless
Stunning! This pool almost doesn’t look real! Be careful walking around at night.
56. Depths
Varying the depths in your pool allows it to be more accessible for all heights and ages.
57. Indoor Court Pool Designs
The kids are sure to love this idea! An indoor swimming pool complete with a basketball hoop.
58. Sophisticated
A beautiful rock border edges this freeform pool with beautiful mood lighting.
59. Shade
If you prefer your pool to stay nice and cool, plan to put it in some natural shade.
60. Shore Entrance
A gradual sloping staircase as if you’re walking into the ocean from the sandy shore.
61. Fire and Water
A combination of two beautiful elements brings a zen sensation.
62. Quantity
Three small pools all together with a waterfall detail and delicate fountains. A very unique and stylish design.
63. Hidden Pool Designs
Your personal hidden paradise away from the stresses of everyday life.
64. Dreamy
The pool of our dreams… A stunning bottom pool design, small fountains, and a gorgeous patio.
65. Glass Fencing
Keep the kids out of the pool area without losing your view of your gorgeous new pool with glass fencing.
66. Glass Casing
A glass casing will give you all the benefits of an indoor pool while still feeling the hot sun and seeing the blue sky.
67. Flow
Flow and accent the twists and curves of your home and patio by designing your pool to fit within.
68. Texas Style
Go big Texas-style and add a two-layered Infiniti pool and hot tub in the middle of your courtyard.
69. Submerged Seating
That submerged seating area looks stunning and really comfortable!
70. Combo Pool Designs
I’m in love with this combination of copper sheet panels, wooden fencing, and brick pool designs encasing the water.
71. Table and Chairs
With this design, you don’t even have to leave the pool to eat dinner!
72. Hidden Cave
Hide your jacuzzi in the secret cave behind the waterfall for even more privacy.
73. Disco
Bring the disco to your house with fun LED signs and lots of comfortable seating.
74. Brick Deck
Dry off after your dip in the pool on your charming brick deck.
75. Plants
If you want that natural feel to your swimming hole, an abundance of plants is key!
76. The Works
These pool designs has all the works and perks. A floating deck with fireplace, gorgeous landscaping, and sun or shade.
77. Sleep Well
Create the perfect place to take a nap with a shaded bed at your poolside.
78. Paradise
A paradise in your own back patio. The dark flooring looks chic and brightens the blue of the water.
79. Pretty
A pretty place to pass your afternoons. A uniquely shaped pool with attached jacuzzi and a pergola to rest.
80. Rock Pathway
Cross your pool on a natural rock pathway to reach other places in your home! Love this idea!
81. Rope Swing
In my humble opinion, every adventurous swimming hole should have a rope swing!
82. A Place to Chill
A place to chill and chat with friends while also dipping your feet in the small plunge pool.
83. Pool Party
Pool party central will be your house after you install these fabulous pool designs with lights and bar seats.
84. Teardrop
A teardrop shape gives this pool an elegant feeling that will make you feel like royalty as you swim.
85. Umbrellas
Shade is an important part of your pool area. Charming umbrellas can do the trick or a more permanent structure.
86. Changing Room
So charming! You will definitely need an outdoor changing room and shower area for all your pool guests!
87. Creative Shapes
Customize your pool designs to be exactly the shape you want it to be! They don’t always have to be rectangles.
88. Raise it Up
Raise your expectations of what a pool can be, and while you’re at it, raise your pool up too!
89. Spilling Water Features
An elegant way to design a pool is to plan gorgeous water features into the structure.
90. Potted Plants
Frame your pretty blue water with some pretty blue potted plants.
91. Black and Blue
A stunning contrasting appearance is given with a black hot tub placed beside a light blue pool.
92. Diving Board
Don’t forget the diving board! That’s where most of the fun is had anyways.
93. Pool Mosaics
Adding a unique pool mosaic could be exactly the fun design element you’re missing!
94. Pergola Island
A pergola resting area and fireplace that separates the pool from the jacuzzi.
95. Stylish Indoor
Design your indoor pool with a freeform shape and gorgeous water features.
Well, folks – I think we may have just seen it all! From small cocktail pools to ones that are bigger than your house! Moroccan-styled pool paradises to farmhouse pool designs. Hidden spa caves to natural open-air ponds, to indoor lap pools! We’ve seen all shapes, sizes, colors, and designs.
Plan according to your property size and budget, but don’t be afraid to get creative! As we’ve seen, even the smallest spaces can handle a gorgeous and luxurious pool.
The hardest part is going to be picking which pool designs inspires you most! Or maybe you’ll get creative and take various design elements from each photo and create something new and personal.